Rebuilt Transom Begins

Wolf · #1 12-11-2011, 10:08 PM

As you can see from the pictures there was not ANY solid wood in this transom. I can't believe there was not more cracking then there was. Got to hand it to the wellcraft guys back in the day. They built a strong transom. I'm going to also raise the transom to 25". Does any one have any pictures of this process. Does any one have any suggestions on a using a jackplate? If it's neccasary? Is it worth it to get the motor height dialed in perfect.

reelapeelin · #2 12-12-2011, 03:02 AM

Wolf, this is just my opinion, but I don't feel you need a jackplate to fine tune the motor height...the holes provided will get you close enough without the additional weight of a jackplate...You sure won't regret the additional 5" of height on the transom...good move!...

Look thru the Seacraft forum for ideas on how to raise the transom...there are some of the best pictures and threads there on fiberglassing...

http://www.classicseacraft.com/

Chomper · #3 12-12-2011, 09:42 PM

Wolf I raised mine on my 78 three years ago I believe. Like spare said you won't regret it. I don't have any pics of the process, but if I remember correctly I actually kinda formed it up with mat and roving. I used Arjay and have been very happy with the results.

lathehand · #4 12-17-2011, 08:45 AM

You have to concider if you rase the transom 5 in. You'll have to either extend the shaft on the engin or just repower.

Wolf · #5 12-19-2011, 08:25 AM

Yes, I'm going from a 20" 1987 Suzuki 150 to a new 25" 150 E-TEC..

franko · #6 12-27-2011, 06:28 PM

upon converting to stainless rod holder Wellcraft failed to seal exposed wood during original construction. rear port side gunwhale wood rot. all wood removed. anyone having similar problem feedback and repair photos would be appreciated.